The Grand Lodge of Spain – Grande Oriente Español held its XLV Ordinary Grand Assembly in Madrid on Saturday, 14 March, during which M.W. Bro. Shaun Parsons Herrera was formally installed as Grandmaster of Spain.
The event brought together an impressive international delegation, including the Grandmasters and representatives of the United Kingdom, the District of Gibraltar, France, Portugal, Italy, Belgium, Andorra, Ukraine, Serbia, Romania, Brazil, and others. Also present were representatives of the Supreme Council of the 33rd and Last Degree for Spain, the District of Mark Master Masons of Spain, and the International Order of DeMolay.
The Provincial Grand Lodge of Valencia was prominently represented, with R.W. Bro. Rodney Charles Bignell, Provincial Grand Master, attending the Assembly and installation ceremony.
As is tradition, Valencia once again played a vital ceremonial role. A strong contingent of Assistant Grand Directors of Ceremonies from Valencia formed a significant part of the new Grandmaster’s escort and Valencian Stewards assisted throughout the day. Their professionalism, discipline, and commitment were widely noted and contributed greatly to the dignity and smooth running of the ceremony.
The Provincial Grand Lodge of Valencia extends its warmest congratulations to M.W. Bro. Shaun Parsons Herrera and reaffirms its full support as he begins his tenure as Grandmaster.